REAPPROPRIATED
(verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Reappropriated.
Reappropriated - as a verb
To seize and reassign.
To appropriate again.
(of a group) to reclaim a term that was previously used to disparage that group.
Example: "Once a term of homophobic abuse, the term “queer” has been reappropriated as a marker for some gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender (glbt), and other marginalized sexual identities."
Example Sentences
"The reappropriated chairs were given a fresh coat of paint."
"The reappropriated clothing was modified to fit the new trend."
"The reappropriated materials were used to build a new sculpture."
"The reappropriated funds were allocated to support the education system."
"The reappropriated technology was repurposed for a different industry."
Word Game Points
Is REAPPROPRIATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reappropriated is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REAPPROPRIATED has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is REAPPROPRIATED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reappropriated is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREAPPROPRIATED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is REAPPROPRIATED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reappropriated is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREAPPROPRIATED has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
